Surgery fund for Naveen: a craniotomy in Saket

In August I was diagnosed with a torn ligament that needs reconstruction. My surgeon at Saket University Hospital recommended a craniotomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $930, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $650 short. Doctors at Saket University Hospital told me a torn ligament that needs reconstruction will get worse without a craniotomy. I work as a school bus driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $930 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a school bus driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 4 weeks. I'll not be able to climb stairs during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did. Where the $650 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $45 • Post-operative medication: $50 • Physiotherapy sessions: $115 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $440 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly. - Naveen